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Seville

VIC 3139 • Greater Melbourne

2,559
Population (2021)
$46,800
Median Income
21.38 km²
Area
$369/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralLeafyWine CountryFamily-FriendlyYarra Valley

About Seville

Seville is an urban locality in the Yarra Ranges Shire, situated approximately 55 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD in the scenic Yarra Valley foothills at an elevation of 207 metres. With a population of 2,559 and a relatively young median age of 37, Seville attracts a mix of young families, professionals seeking a tree-change lifestyle, and long-established rural residents. The suburb has a median household income of around $2,144 per week and sits within a renowned wine, cider, and cool-climate produce region that forms part of the broader Yarra Valley tourist corridor.

Residents of Seville enjoy the relaxed Yarra Valley lifestyle, with cellar doors, farm gates, orchards, and scenic walking and cycling tracks close to home. The Maroondah Highway is the main arterial road connecting the area to Melbourne, though peak-hour traffic can be slow through the ranges. Seville has a small local shopping strip and general store, while larger retail needs are met at Lilydale, approximately 15 kilometres to the west. Bus services connect Seville to Lilydale station on Metro's Lilydale Line, though most residents commute by car and value the semi-rural character, natural beauty, and strong sense of community that the Yarra Ranges offers.

Seville falls under postcode 3139 and is governed by Yarra Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Evelyn (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3139
Urban Area
Yarra Ranges
LGA / Council
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
Casey
State Electorate
Evelyn (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.80°, 145.47°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
21.38 km²
Elevation
207m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lilydale
14 km
N/A – bus or drive required

Bus Services

  • Yarra Valley bus services — Lilydale Station 25-35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
Bus to Lilydale then ~55-65 min on Lilydale Line to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-65 min

🛣️ Maroondah Highway is the main route west; traffic through the Ranges can be heavy in peak hours

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Seville is a rural-fringe locality where a car is needed for nearly all daily activities; the small local strip covers basics only

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$369
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,378
Census 2021
2,559
▲ 7.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,088
Income 2021
$46,800
▲ 29.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,201
Born Overseas 267

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 97
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. Netherlands 18
  • 4. Germany 16
  • 5. Italy 12
  • 6. South Africa 10
  • 7. United States 9
  • 8. Ireland 7
  • 9. Scotland 7
  • 10. China 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,142
Australian 1,119
Irish 300
Scottish 281
Dutch 160
German 141
Italian 130
Chinese 29
Australian Aboriginal 19
Welsh 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,667
Both parents born in Australia
422
Both parents born overseas
377
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.0%
Christianity
37.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
162 (6.3%)
5-14 years
375 (14.7%)
15-19 years
165 (6.4%)
20-24 years
161 (6.3%)
25-34 years
327 (12.8%)
35-44 years
318 (12.4%)
45-54 years
347 (13.6%)
55-64 years
350 (13.7%)
65-74 years
215 (8.4%)
75-84 years
109 (4.3%)
85+ years
24 (0.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seville known for? +

Seville is known for its setting in the Yarra Valley wine and produce region, surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and farm gates. The suburb is part of a popular tourist corridor and offers a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the natural beauty of the Yarra Ranges.

How far is Seville from Melbourne CBD? +

Seville is approximately 55 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD. The drive takes around 50–65 minutes off-peak and 70–90 minutes in peak hour via the Maroondah Highway.

Does Seville have public transport? +

Seville is served by bus routes connecting to Lilydale Station (approximately 14km west), where Metro Trains run into Melbourne on the Lilydale Line. The overall commute by public transport takes around 90 minutes to the CBD; most residents drive.

What is the population of Seville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Seville has a population of 2,559 residents with a median age of 37 — relatively young for a rural-fringe suburb — reflecting its appeal to young families and tree-changers.

Is Seville a good place to live? +

Seville suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle in the picturesque Yarra Valley, with wine country, natural scenery, and a strong community as key drawcards. It is best suited to remote workers or those willing to make the commute to Melbourne, as it is largely car-dependent.

What is the postcode for Seville? +

The postcode for Seville, Victoria is 3139.